Plumbing Apprentice

Power Design, Inc.

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VA Charlottesville Metro Area Until 9/4/2026 First posted September 30, 2025 Last posted July 6, 2026
Job description

Looking for a new opportunity to get your career flowing? Are you interested in construction and becoming a plumbing journeyman? Then the plumbing apprentice position could be perfect for you! Plumbing apprentices can earn a paycheck while learning the trade through firsthand experience. This position has a clear career path to becoming a Plumbing Journeyman with the potential and opportunity to become a manager of a team and la arger scope of work. Ready to sink into a new career? Apply today!

Position Responsibilities

  • The plumbing apprentice is partnered with a licensed Plumbing Journeyman and has on-the-job training (OJT) to become a Plumbing Journeyman themselves.
  • You’ll help perform multifamily and commercial plumbing installations.
  • Learn and perform all scopes of large-scale projects, assist in installing water supply and drainage systems, setting fixtures, and ensuring all plumbing meets code.
  • Participate in an official apprenticeship program and attend classes as required.
  • Competitive Salary: $18-32 / hour

Here’s What We’re Looking For

  • OSHA 30 certification preferred.
  • Motivated individuals who want to learn the mechanical trade and have a high school diploma or GED as well as reliable transportation.
  • Successfully register, enroll, and participate in a mechanical apprenticeship program (and remain in good standing) untilthe program is completed.
  • Able to physically perform the essential functions of the job.
  • Willing to learn plumbing codes and other construction safety requirements.
  • Demonstrate and uphold all of Power Design’s core values, which include integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation and growth.

Click here to learn more about PDI's Apprenticeship Program:

Apprentice Brochure

Apprenticeship Video

  

some of our benefits…


Power Design has national health and dental plans, and we also offer life insurance and short and long term disability plans. You’ll receive paid vacations and holidays as well as national discount programs for everything from movie tickets to flowers, rental cars, phones and vehicles! We also offer a 401(k) retirement plan as well as incentive and recognition programs. Relocation opportunities may also be available!

About this role

Summary

Assist in plumbing installations and learn trade skills through on-the-job training and classes.

Job title

Plumbing Apprentice

Experience level

entry level

Industry

construction

Location requirements

On-site in VA Charlottesville, travel possibly allowed

Salary

$0k–$0k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

OSHA 30 certificatehigh school diploma or GEDwillingness to learn plumbing codesreliable transportation

Preferred skills

motivated to learnphysical ability

Specializations

plumbingconstructionapprenticeshipwater systemscode compliance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Charlottesville, VA, USA

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